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Newspaper

Americus Weekly Recorder

Location

Americus, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1890

Page

2

Sumter Democrats urged to vote for Cutts and McDonald

A Sumter county political item urges Democrats to vote next Wednesday for Cutts and McDonald, notes Clark Howell as potential Speaker of the House, and highlights local and national party dynamics. It discusses Governor Gordon, the Senate race, and possible implications of an Alliance challenge, with attention to a Florida immigration bureau and a hoped-for Board of Trade in Americus.

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Wooten’s nomination and unclear Gordon instruction

The Albany News questions whether Capt W E Wooten was instructed to back Gov Gordon by the mass meeting that nominated him. The News and Advertiser states it spoke for the card, while the Recorder notes the meeting’s proceedings and suggests Wooten would not have accepted if instructed to vote for Gordon. It asks what reason he would give if he were Gordon aligned.

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Col Hawkins Plan for Americus growth endorsed

The Recorder urges unity behind Col Hawkins plan to own and control unimproved real estate, street railway, gas and light plants in Americus. It argues a single company could attract dozens of manufactories, utilize idle raw materials, boost agriculture, bring workers and families, and accelerate the city’s progress. The Recorder pledges aid in organizing the venture.

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Company plans to control street railway and land holdings

An anonymous correspondent questions the proposed home company to buy the street railroad electric plant and land company. The Recorder defends secrecy while outlining that the goal is to consolidate these ventures under local control with land owners joining via stock and cash. The article notes a committee will meet soon to detail the plan. It also discusses school tax policy and partisan blame in the Georgia South.

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Charges against Gov Gordon spark press clash

A Telegram from Atlanta raised grave charges against Gov Gordon, unseen in prior papers, prompting responses from the governor and a pledge to publish a full account. The dispute centers on veracity between McCune and Gordon, with further statements anticipated.

Recorder Atlanta Gov. Gordon Mr. McCune

Prominent Georgians Named in Sub Treasury Debate

Calhoun, Pat Calhoun, Georgia figures feature in the era of sub treasury debate. Patrick Walsh calls himself a practical politician, while Turner of the Albany News and Advertiser opposes Livingston and others. Howell Branham, Estill, and Cook are noted for roles and recoveries, with Cook speculated as future Secretary of State.

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Georgia Excursions Attract Ohio Farmers To South

The 7th and 16th of next month will host low rate trips from Daytons and Cincinnati to Atlanta Fort Valley Americus and other Georgia points. Ohio farmers are expected to visit Georgia and invest. Georgia welcomes visitors. The piece notes Republican nominees and urges Democratic voters to back Cutts and McDonald. California peaches at three for a quarter are advertised by grocers.

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He Will Vote for Gordon from the Luena Vista Patriot

Georgia campaign notes from several papers discuss Senatorial strategy and potential candidates. The Augusta Chronicle references Norwood Hines and Pat Calhoun as rising figures, while Americus’ Favorite highlights Charles F. Crisp’s House leadership. Montezuma Record items praise Henry and Ed Lumpkin, with calls for fair senatorial coverage.

Democrats in Bumter urged to vote next Wednesday

The Recorder urges every Democrat in Bumter County to vote next Wednesday. It warns of a Republican push to elect two Black candidates to the Legislature and stresses that voting for the Democratic nominees is needed to sustain a Democratic state government.

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Independent candidates face money promise from Atlanta

Athens Banner notes rumors that independent legislative hopefuls received pledges of campaign funds from Atlanta in exchange for backing Gordon for the Senate. Recorder counters that items like this harm the party and emphasizes Gordon’s proven Democratic loyalty and right to seek the Senate.

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Wheatley and Ansley Promote Dress Goods and Bargains

Wheately and Ansley report strong weekly trade and promise upcoming value in Black Goods Silks Velvets Henrietta Cloths Bronadcloths and all Dress Goods. They note crowded stock space and offer prices designed to attract shoppers with a magnificent Novelty Suit line at 7.50 and a range of all wool Henrietta fabrics priced from 50 to 1.00 alongside a big color assortment.

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